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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPLORER AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLIGHTING AND HORNSHEADLAMPSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5L
Headlamp: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Explorer AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Headlamp Assembly
WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, REFER to Safety Warnings . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
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Removal
1. Remove the front bumper cover. REFER to Bumper Cover - Front .
2. Remove the 3 headlamp assembly retainers.
3. Remove the headlamp assembly and disconnect the electrical connectors.
Installation
1. Install the headlamp assembly.
1. Connect the electrical connectors and install the headlamp assembly.
2. Install the 2 headlamp assembly bolts.
- Tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
3. Install the front fender-to-headlamp assembly bolt.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
2. Install the front bumper cover. REFER to Bumper Cover - Front .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.